Canon A1200 vs Nikon S8200

Let's look closer at the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S8200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and S8200 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 7 months prior to the S8200 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A1200 matches up vs the S8200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 offers outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A1200 and the S8200.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and S8200 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and S8200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S8200 to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.